It is not about winning

I have had a few talks with friends recently regarding the politics in America. It seems that among my friends we are all a bit wary of the choice ahead.

How has the choice for President become such a popularity contest?

Remember in High School when we had these contests for all sorts of things. And many people with talent were overlooked because charm and appeal eclipsed them. Now it seems that our most important choice as adults has fallen into this easy vice.

Why is it that so many voters feel the need to be on that winning team? Why do we feel the need to align ourselves with the winners as though we are close friends?

This is a choice that we should make based on what we believe in. That includes times when we will not be the winners. Doing what is right for yourself is not always the easy or the popular choice but it is what is right by you.

And in elections and political parties, if you do not vote for the person who represents your beliefs, your voice is not being heard. And you may say, how is it being heard if you do not win? The more people vote for what they believe, the more the major parities need to listen. If they want to continue to exist, they will need to listen.

Please keep that in mind as things get into full swing.